Letter from the Editor

"For every native of every place is a potential tourist, and every tourist is a native of somewhere." - A Small Place, Jamaica Kincaid

Last week, I spent a lot of time bonding with my coworkers from Mario's Restaurant in Lake George. On Wednesday, most of the staff went white water rafting at the Sacadanga Outdoor Center in Hadley. We had beautiful weather, an easygoing guide and great company. Choppy, rolling waves greeted us as soon as we set off from land, which eventually turned into a stretch of calm ripples.

On Thursday, a group of us went to the Saratoga Race Course. Thankfully, the storms held off and the sun peaked through the canopy of trees dotting the picnic areas. We washed down burritos with beers from our cooler in between placing $4 exacta box bets and watched from the railing as the horses sped off in their quests for first.

I live in South Glens Falls, right in between Lake George and Saratoga Springs. Because of this, I have always believed I have the best of both worlds. Those two completely opposite but equally fun days are representative of that belief. To inhabitants of each area, I encourage you to get out and explore the other. Take advantage of the proximity and differences that make this area special, especially in the summertime months.